GRC-2011-C-01669
The NASA Fundamental Aeronautics Hypersonic Project is focused on technologies for combined cycle, air-breathing propulsions systems to enable reusable launch systems for access to space. Turbine Based Combined Cycle (TBCC) propulsion systems offer specific impulse improvements over rocket-based propulsion systems in the subsonic takeoff and return mission segments and offer improved safety. The potential to realize more aircraft-like operations with expanded launch site capability and reduced system maintenance are additional benefits.
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NASA ID
GRC-2011-C-01669
Date Created
January 29, 2011
Center
GRC
Media Type
image
Photographer
Quentin Schwinn
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
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